Role: Management Accountant - £40,000 to £50,000
We are partnering with a well-established and growing business SME, operating in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment. They are seeking a Management Accountant to join their finance team and play a key role in supporting the Head of Finance.
This is a hands‑on, varied position offering full exposure across management accounts, reporting, and business partnering, with the opportunity to add real value through insight and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare monthly management accounts with full analysis and commentary
* Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
* Business partner with operational teams to support decision making
* Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and key balance sheet accounts
* Oversee accruals, prepayments, and journal postings
* Manage cashflow forecasting and working capital reporting
* Complete VAT returns and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
* Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee capital expenditure tracking
* Support year‑end audit and liaise with external auditors
* Identify and drive process improvements across the finance function
* Assist with ad‑hoc analysis and finance projects as required
What We're Looking For
* Part‑qualified (ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent experience
* Strong background in management accounting within an SME environment
* Excellent Excel skills and strong attention to detail
* Confident communicator, comfortable working with non‑finance stakeholders
* Ability to work in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment
* Experience with accounting systems such as Sage, Xero or similar (desirable)
* This is a great opportunity to join a growing business in a broad role, offering real ownership and the chance to contribute to the ongoing development of the finance function.
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